Polymarket Resumes U.S. Operations Amid CFTC Compliance

Polymarket launched its U.S. app on December 4th, re-entering the market after a previous CFTC-driven exit, initially enabling sports trading for American users.

This marks a significant regulatory milestone for Polymarket, with rapid user adoption evidenced by its top ranking among free sports apps on Apple’s App Store.

Market Reactions and ETH’s Role in Polymarket’s Growth

Ethereum (ETH), the cryptocurrency widely used in Polymarket transactions, had its price at $3,084.28 as of December 3, 2025.

Polymarket’s acquisition of QCX in July 2025 enabled its regulated re-entry into the U.S., setting a precedent for compliance-focused approaches in the prediction market industry.

“We’re excited to welcome U.S. users back to our platform and prioritize compliance as we relaunch our prediction markets.” — Kadav Das, Founder/CEO/CTO of Polymarket

Market Data Overview

Did you know? Polymarket’s acquisition of QCX in July 2025 enabled its regulated re-entry into the U.S., setting a precedent for compliance-focused approaches in the prediction market industry.

report a 24-hour trading volume of $27.50 billion, reflecting a 2.82% rise over the same period. The market cap was noted at $372.26 billion, sustaining an 11.89% dominance in the sector.

Analysts at Coincu suggest this trend may encourage platforms towards formal regulatory adherence, offering a gateway for broader market acceptance and potential for future legislative adjustments that favor innovation.